Finding a philosophical framework in support of 'Presence'

摘要

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to provide a coherent, comprehensive and completernphilosophical framework that can not only validate but also guide the implementation of thernorganisational development strategies proposed in Presence: Exploring Profound Change in People,rnOrganizations and Society. 'rnDesign/methodology/approach - First, the paper situates the processes presented in the textrnwithin the overall context of current organisational development theory. Then, since no current widelyrnsupported philosophical framework can provide validation and support to the fundamentalrnassumptions inherent within the text's proposals, a new philosophical framework is described. Finally,rnthe unique insights gained from this new philosophical framework are used to offer prerequisiternconsiderations for employing the processes proposed here.rnFindings - Unless explicit and individualised attention is directed to helping each employee firstrndevelop deeply self-reflective processes, the organisational insights and practices, as presented in thernwork cited above, cannot be attained.rnPractical implications - Through applying the theoretical insights gained from the particularrnphilosophical framework presented herein, the paper provides very clear and specific guidelines for thernprofessional development of employees so that they can act according to the precepts presented in thernwork cited above.rnOriginality/value - The paper provides a unique perspective on the key understandings presentedrnin the work cited above. It also provides practical ways for successfully engendering these within anrnorganisation's culture.